What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Desborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Desborough. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Paddock Lane via Haymarket Bus Station and Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Desborough?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Desborough. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Market Harborough via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Desborough?

The distance between Cardiff and Desborough is 170 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Desborough without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Desborough without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Desborough?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Cardiff to Desborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Desborough bus from?

Cardiff to Desborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Desborough train from?

Cardiff to Desborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Desborough?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Cardiff to Desborough bus arrive?

Cardiff to Desborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Desborough train arrive?

Cardiff to Desborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Desborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Desborough is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Desborough.

Where can I stay near Desborough?

There are 739+ hotels available in Desborough.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Desborough by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Leicestertrain Cardiff Central - Leicester / ...
5h 19m
£78–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cp2
5h 32m
£26–42
Drive 147.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Desboroughcar 147.2 mi
2h 54m
£37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
3. Take the bus from Station Street to Market Hallbus X3
5h 36m
£69–102
Train, bus via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
4. Take the bus from Station Street to Market Hallbus X3
6h 55m
£56–106

Cardiff to Desborough by train and bus

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Desborough, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Leicester once a week. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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